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Six Flags Great America

Star Spangled Nights will be held at Six Flags Great American in Gurnee, with fireworks planned at night.&nbsp;More via the Six Flags website: <a href="https://www.sixflags.com/greatamerica/events/star-spangled-nights" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">sixflags.com/greatamerica/events/star-spangled-nights. </a>

Local Event: Six Flags Star Spangled Nights at Six Flags Great America

Six Flags Star Spangled Nights at Six Flags...

Star Spangled Nights will be held at Six Flags Great American in Gurnee, with fireworks planned at night. More via the Six...

Six Flags Star Spangled Nights at Six Flags Great America

Butler Lake Park

The Village’s July 4 special concert will take place at Butler Lake Park, with fireworks immediately following the performance at the same location. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Limited picnic tables are available in nearby Cook Park.

Local Event: Fireworks at Butler Lake Park on July 4, 2026

Fireworks at Butler Lake Park on July 4, 2026

The Village’s July 4 special concert will take place at Butler Lake Park, with fireworks immediately following the performance...

Village of Round Lake Beach Cultural and Civic Center

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Local Event: Beach Fest Fireworks on July 4 

Beach Fest Fireworks on July 4 

Beach Fest & Fireworks at Village of Round Lake Beach & Civic Center 

Star Spangled Nights will be held at Six Flags Great American in Gurnee, with fireworks planned at night.&nbsp;More via the Six Flags website: <a href="https://www.sixflags.com/greatamerica/events/star-spangled-nights" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">sixflags.com/greatamerica/events/star-spangled-nights</a>

Local Event: Six Flags Great America Star Spangled Nights, Fireworks 

Six Flags Great America Star Spangled Nights,...

Six Flags Great America Star Spangled Nights, Fireworks 

Courtland Commons Park

Fourth of July Fireworks Display 
Thursday, July 4, 2024 | 9:30–10 p.m. 
Courtland Commons Park, 444 E. Courtland Street
Fireworks will be held in celebration of Independence Day, beginning at approximately 9:30 p.m. and running through 10 p.m.

Local Event: Fourth of July Fireworks Display in Mundelein

Fourth of July Fireworks Display in Mundelein

Fourth of July Fireworks Display 
Thursday, July 4, 2024 | 9:30–10 p.m. 
Courtland Commons Park, 444 E. Courtland...

🌱 Patch AM: Recent DUI and warrant arrests...

You won’t want to miss Six Flags Star Spangled Nights at Six Flags Great America on the Grayslake Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Recent DUI and warrant arrests reported in and around Grayslake

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Off-Duty Officer Was Killed In Motorcycle Crash...

Officer Paul Viduya Jr., 28, was killed early Sunday.

Off-Duty Officer Was Killed In Motorcycle Crash: Mundelein Police

Off-Duty Officer Was Killed In Motorcycle Crash: Suburban Police

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Extreme Heat Warnings Extended To Rest Of...

Storms on Thursday afternoon could possibly bring some relief from the heat.

Extreme Heat Warnings Extended To Rest Of Chicago Area, Heat Will Continue Into Thursday

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4th Of July Fireworks 2026 Around Chicagoland

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around the Chicagoland.

Seasonal & Holidays

Elder Exploitation, Money Laundering Warrant In...

The latest police activity report also includes DUI, battery, reckless driving, traffic and other warrant arrests.

Elder Exploitation, Money Laundering Warrant In Lake County Blotter

Crime & Safety

The Vine Ready To Open Grayslake's Newest Patio...

Five years after Mike Pruitt dreamed of expanding his popular martini and wine bar's business, a space with seating for 100 opens Friday.

The Vine Ready To Open Grayslake's Newest Patio For Business

Grayslake Woman's Non-Profit Brings Hope,...

HOPE Ornaments donated more than 5,200 ornaments to patients in hospitals across the Chicago area this past holiday season. 

Grayslake Woman's Non-Profit Brings Hope, Ornaments To Sick Patients

Non-Profit Brings Hope, Ornaments To Sick Patients Hospitalized Over Holidays

Chicago-Area Food Pantries See Spike In Visits...

As we soon head into the holiday season, giving back to local non-profits, including food pantries, can help boost their supplies. 

Chicago-Area Food Pantries See Spike In Visits Over Past Year

Lindenhurst Breast Cancer Patient Honored...

More than a dozen Advocate Aurora Health breast cancer patients were selected to be honored at the game Thursday. 

Lindenhurst Breast Cancer Patient Honored During Bears Game

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80 Years Later, Grayslake Sailor Killed At...

The 21-year-old Grayslake man was officially identified in recent years. He will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery Tuesday. 

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Off-Duty Officer Was Killed In Motorcycle Crash: Mundelein Police

Off-Duty Cop Dies 'Suddenly And Tragically': Mundelein Officials

Babysitter Charged With Sexual Assault, Child Pornography Offenses: Authorities

Six Flags Star Spangled Nights at Six Flags Great America

Fireworks at Butler Lake Park on July 4, 2026

Beach Fest Fireworks on July 4

Six Flags Great America Star Spangled Nights, Fireworks

Fourth of July Fireworks Display in Mundelein

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